Step into the wild heart of Thailand, where cascading waterfalls, jungle trails, and the calls of roaming elephants await in Khao Yai National Park.
Khao Yai National Park, Thailand’s oldest and most popular national park, is an extraordinary destination for nature and wildlife enthusiasts. Spanning 2,158 sq km and located approximately three hours from Bangkok, it has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005. Its mountainous terrain, dense forests, and stunning landscapes make it one of the best places in Thailand to experience the country’s rich flora and fauna.
The park is home to a wide variety of animals, including elephants, monkeys, bears, deer, and squirrels, as well as snakes, spiders, rodents, and countless insects. Birdwatchers will also delight in the more than 400 species of birds that inhabit the park.
We take one of the trekking trails in the park for a hike through the nature while enjoying the beautiful mountainous landscape. During this jungle hike you learn more about the flora and fauna of this beautiful wilderness. Even if you're not lucky with wildlife encounters, the massive strangler fig trees make it all worthwhile.
Khao Yai is also famous for its waterfalls. Haew Suwat is popular for its cinematic fame as the filming location for Leonardo DiCaprio’s waterfall dive in The Beach (2000). Haew Narok, the highest waterfall in the park, cascades over three tiers, with the final drop plunging 80 meters into a deep pool. Visitors can enjoy a safe hillside viewpoint for incredible photos, particularly spectacular during the rainy season.
One of the park’s highlights is the chance to see Asian elephants in the wild. Many visitors are lucky enough to spot them grazing peacefully in their natural habitat, though sightings cannot be guaranteed.
With its rich biodiversity, dramatic landscapes, and unforgettable wildlife experiences, Khao Yai National Park offers a perfect escape into Thailand’s wild heart, making it a must-visit for anyone seeking adventure and natural beauty.
Important notes:
- Please note that during the dry season the water flow at Haew Suwat and Haew Narok waterfalls may be lower than usual.
- For your comfort and safety, we recommend wearing hiking-appropriate clothing: lightweight but covering (to protect against insects and leeches), along with sturdy walking shoes.
- Khao Yai is a vast national park with many wild animals, reptiles, insects, and birds. Remember, this is not a zoo; the animals roam freely in their natural habitat, and spotting them can be challenging due to the dense vegetation.
- This tour also includes sections of hiking, so please ensure you are fit for this level of physical activity before booking.
Pick up/Meeting point:
We provide hotel pick-up only from accommodations located on/near Khao San Road and on Siam Square.
If you are not an actual guest at one of the hotels in our pick-up area, the designated meeting point will be our office on Chao Khamrop Road in Chinatown. Our office in Chinatown is just a short 5-minute walk from Wat Mangkon MRT (metro) station.
For the exact location of our WanderSiam office on Google Maps, please click HERE.
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155 Comments
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Awesome
Fantastic! I booked last minute and had a driver and a guide all to myself. I got really good insights and saw a lot of beautiful things. I think this is the best value for money you can book anywhere. At other companies you pay more yust for the transfer.
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Amazing guide, wonderful jungle fun
It was really great. Our guide, Golf was awesome, very informative and thoughtful. The jungle was green and full of life. We saw snakes and monkeys and heard hornbills. On our way back, our driver stopped for us at a roadside market and we picked up fresh local fruits. I recommend it.
5
Amazing guide, wonderful jungle fun
It was really great. Our guide, Golf was awesome, very informative and thoughtful. The jungle was green and full of life. We saw snakes and monkeys and heard hornbills. On our way back, our driver stopped for us at a roadside market and we picked up fresh local fruits. I recommend it.
5
Awesome
Fantastic! I booked last minute and had a driver and a guide all to myself. I got really good insights and saw a lot of beautiful things. I think this is the best value for money you can book anywhere. At other companies you pay more yust for the transfer.
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Definitely worth a visit
I didn’t have a lot of time to go off and explore this time while in Thailand. Instead I found WanderSiam day tours and glad I booked with them. The guide Mam and the driver (whose name I didn’t catch) were so very (very) kind. Super friendly people who shared their lunch and snacks with me, as they were excited for me to try Thai food. It’s a long journey as you have to drive 2.5 hours one way (total 4-5 hrs depending on traffic) which means you don’t get a lot of time at the park. If you are a hiker or someone who hikes often I would recommend hiring a car and staying in a resort near by to enjoy the park more fully as it truly is gorgeous and worth a visit. If you are short on time or want to visit the park in a casual way then I definitely recommend this tour and going with Mam as your guide.